Schwarz Etienne: Geometry Black
Black Guilloché Brilliance
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Schwarz Etienne extends the bold spirit of the Geometry family with a striking new creation: the GEOMETRY BLACK. The latest in a series of four models, it skillfully combines contemporary elegance with century-old watchmaking craftsmanship. Its deep, mysterious black tones enhance the exceptional dial, reflecting the brand’s in-house expertise in movement manufacturing. Tradition and creativity unite in this piece of horological art, embodying the perfect harmony between mechanics and design.
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A DIAL WITH STRIKING CONTRASTS: GEOMETRY IN BLACK
The GEOMETRY BLACK represents a fresh interpretation of the brand’s dedication to artisanal craftsmanship, perpetuating a Swiss tradition of excellence. Its 18-carat gold dial, entirely cloaked in black, exudes a powerful intensity. The monochromatic palette acts as a revealer, highlighting the subtle contrasts of its hand-guilloché patterns.
A true demonstration of Schwarz Etienne’s artisan skills, the dial incorporates traditional motifs reinterpreted with elegance. Through the use of deconstructed geometric shapes, it becomes a unique visual inspiration. The mosaic pattern of arcs and reliefs is executed using a variety of finishes: fluted lines, azuré, clous de Paris and fine sandblasted finishes. These hand-guilloché textures interweave like seen through prisms, offset yet perfectly coherent. Inspired by geometry - the science of proportions, shapes, and surfaces - Schwarz Etienne showcases the concept of organic “deconstruction” with geometric patterns created in collaboration with designer Éric Giroud.
A DOMINANCE OF BLACK FOR AN ENCHANTING EFFECT
Schwarz Etienne enhances the depth and refined texture of the black dial through a subtle play of shadows and light, orchestrated by its reliefs. This effect is further emphasized by a polished 39mm stainless steel case, strengthening the monochromatic aesthetic of the watch. The hour and minute hands, with their elegant and minimalist lancine-style, stand out against the hand-guilloché black dial, offering optimal readability of the time. The small second is positioned at 6 o’clock on a delicately sandblasted anthracite subdial, subtly distinguishing itself from the rest of the dial. This sober and distinguished aesthetic extends to the patinated black leather strap, complemented by a tone-on-tone lining and a stainless steel folding buckle.
Revealing the in-house movement
The intensity of the dial naturally extends into the movement, visible through the transparent case back. The GEOMETRY BLACK houses an exceptional in-house movement, the ASE 200.02 automatic caliber with a micro-rotor, a perfect expression of Schwarz Etienne's century-old expertise and technical mastery.
A key element of the movement, its micro-rotor stands out through a subtle interplay of finishes and nuances. A blend of deep sandblasted black and satin-finished gray, enhanced by polished angles and the SE logo applied in relief, it contrasts with the black mainplate and bridges. Nestled in a finely sandblasted black PVD setting, echoing the essence of the GEOMETRY BLACK, it integrates harmoniously into the entire movement.
The movement reveals sophisticated finishes, combining sandblasted bridges, a black PVD coating and polished rhodium-plated angles that accentuate every contour. The rhodium-plated brand engraving highlights its decidedly contemporary character. Finally, with its double barrel, the GEOMETRY BLACK offers an 86-hour power reserve, ensuring optimal performance.
The Geometry collection: a demonstration of independence in Swiss haute horlogerie
Schwarz Etienne concludes its Geometry family with the GEOMETRY BLACK, a piece that perfectly embodies the brand's unique character and attention to detail. A modern reinterpretation of black, this timepiece represents an exceptional horological work of art, a true reflection of the brand's commitment to mastering the art of watchmaking.
SCHWARZ ETIENNE
Founded in 1902 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Schwarz Etienne is a symbol of Swiss independent watchmaking. The manufacture is built on centuries of expertise in movement manufacturing, ensuring reliability and mastery of industrial processes. Combining tradition and fine craftsmanship, Schwarz Etienne stands out with its in-house high-quality movements and refined, elegant designs. Rooted in craftsmanship inspired by traditional expertise, the brand cultivates a contemporary aesthetic that delivers a unique watchmaking experience. Each piece reflects an artisanal vision where tradition, expertise and creativity harmonize, positioning the manufacture as a key player in global independent haute horlogerie with a forward-looking vision.
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